$200m set aside for Crown stake in new gas fields through Budget 2025
The Government has set aside a tagged contingency of $200 million over 4 years for co-investment in new gas fields through Budget 2025.
The Government has set aside a tagged contingency of $200 million over 4 years for co-investment in new gas fields through Budget 2025.
The Government is expanding the permitted voltage range for New Zealand’s electricity networks and making changes to the building consent process to help increase the uptake of residential solar.
There are many underlying, and often complex, causes of energy hardship and solutions need to address these issues across a number of fronts.
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment and the Ministry for the Environment are seeking feedback on proposals to strengthen government direction that enables renewable electricity generation and electricity network infrastructure.
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment has been reviewing the Electricity (Hazards from Trees) Regulations 2003. Following amendments in October 2024 the Government has announced subsequent amendments that address trees falling onto lines.
The Government is seeking feedback on proposed regulatory options for the development of natural and orange hydrogen in New Zealand.
The Government is seeking feedback on proposed regulatory options for the development of naturally occurring and orange hydrogen.
Unlocking the potential of natural and orange hydrogen development in New Zealand offers opportunities for energy resilience, innovation and economic growth.
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